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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - West Ealing Specsavers

Specsavers
£18,770.40 a year
Ealing, London

Expected closing date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Earn £18,770.40 per year while training for a Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification.
  • Work 40 hours per week, including weekends, over a 1 year 6 month period.
  • Gain hands-on experience and essential skills with daily on-the-job training.
  • Applications close on 2026-11-25.

About the Role

This apprenticeship will train you to become a qualified Optical Assistant.

What You'll Do

  • Give customers top-notch advice and a warm welcome.
  • Book eye tests.
  • Pre-screen patients and measure frames.
  • Ensure the smooth running of the store by identifying and addressing any issues.

Training

  • You will work towards the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
  • Functional skills English will be provided if required.
  • You will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
  • Training will be delivered through daily on-the-job learning in the store; no college attendance is required.
  • The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.

What Happens at the End

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a wide range of career options.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications Required

  • GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*- C)) - essential

Key Details

  • Wage: £18,770.40 per year
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
  • Start Date: 2026-12-09
  • Closing Date: 2026-11-25
  • Apprenticeship Standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)